(bards) of Hawaii are gone. This fact, as also the Hawaiian Historical Society’s desire to aid and stimulate research into the history and traditions of this people, strengthens the hope that some one may yet arise to give us further insight into the legendary folk-lore of this interesting race.

T. G. T.

Honolulu, January 1, 1907.

Note

In response to repeated requests, the compiler now presents in book form the series of legends that have been made a feature of “The Hawaiian Annual” for a number of years past. The series has been enriched by the addition of several tales, the famous shark legend having been furnished for this purpose from the papers of the Hawaiian Historical Society.

The collection embraces contributions by the Rev. A. O. Forbes, Dr. N. B. Emerson, J. S. Emerson, Mrs. E. M. Nakuina, W. M. Gibson, Dr. C. M. Hyde, and others, all of whom are recognized authorities.

T. G. T.

Honolulu, January 1, 1907.

Contents

• I. Legends Resembling Old Testament History.
  Rev. C. M. Hyde, D.D. 15
• II. Exploits of Maui.
  Rev. A. O. Forbes
  • I. Snaring the Sun 31
  • II. The Origin of Fire 33
• III. Pele and the Deluge.
  Rev. A. O. Forbes 36
• IV. Pele and Kahawali.
  From Ellis’s “Tour of Hawaii” 39
• V. Hiku and Kawelu.
  J. S. Emerson 43
  • Location of the Lua o Milu 48
• VI. Lonopuha; or, Origin of the Art of Healing in Hawaii.
  Translated by Thos. G. Thrum 51
• VII. A Visit to the Spirit Land; or, The Strange Experience of a Woman in Kona, Hawaii.
  Mrs. E. N. Haley 58
• VIII. Kapeepeekauila; or, The Rocks of Kana.
  Rev. A. O. Forbes 63
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